Senator Jeremiah Useni, a former Federal Capital Territory minister, reportedly died at 82. Governor Mutfwang Caleb of Plateau State confirmed his death in a statement on Thursday night, January 23.
Gyang Bere, Governor Mutfwang’s director of press and public affairs, expressed the Plateau state governor’s regret over the former minister’s demise on Thursday.
Bere’s statement reads in part:
“The distinguished elder statesman passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the age of 82, following a protracted illness. The passing of General Useni is a tremendous loss not only to his immediate family but also to the Nigerian Armed Forces, Plateau State, and the entire nation.”
Governor Mutfwang speaks on Useni’s leadership
Vanguard reported that the statement further highlighted the extraordinary leadership and steadfast commitment to service that the deceased left behind in Nigeria’s security landscape and political milieu. The governor noted that Useni made tireless efforts to promote peace and security, particularly in northern Nigeria and Plateau State.
According to the governor, the late general had an illustrious career, serving Nigeria with distinctions in various capacities, including as minister of the FCT, minister of transportation, and Quarter-Master General of the Nigerian Army.
When did Useni join politics?
Following his retirement from politics, the late Useni returned to it and did not stop serving the country. He was the deputy chairman of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) and was elected senator of Plateau South under the umbrella of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2015.
Governor Mutfwang maintained that the late General Useni lived a life of selfless service and made a profound contribution to the military, politics, and community. He said Useni’s impactful life of kindness, compassion, dedication to the well-being of others, and generosity will continue after his death.
The governor then prayed to God to grant the deceased family, Plateau state and Nigeria the energy and fortitude to accept the irreplaceable loss and asked to comfort and provide solace in the days after Useni’s death with His device presence.
Governor Mutfwang visits Tinubu in Bourdilon
Legit.ng earlier reported that Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has announced a significant improvement in the state’s security situation in 2024. Speaking to State House correspondents after visiting President Bola Tinubu in Lagos, Mutfwang attributed the progress to security forces’ efforts, technology investment, and community mobilization.
He noted that, unlike in 2023, Plateau State was able to celebrate Christmas with relative peace, thanks to the President’s concern and support. Mutfwang acknowledged that, while not all challenges have been resolved, the overall security situation is improving.
The governor assured the public that his administration will continue to work hard to prevent criminal activities from thriving within the state’s borders.